Idris Elba Admits His 'James Bond' Hopes Have Been Somewhat Dashed

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The ‘Luther’ star has repeatedly been linked with the iconic spy role, since leaked emails from Sony bosses named him as a potential choice to succeed Daniel Craig, though despite much speculation, he’s yet to bag the part.

In a new interview with Buzzfeed, Idris admits he’s not holding his breath for ‘Bond’ bosses to come knocking when Daniel Craig leaves the role after the next film.

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When asked if he could see himself playing James Bond, he confessed: “I think not.”

Addressing his past comments in an interview with US talk show host Stephen Colbert, Daniel admitted he “needed a break” before he committed himself to the role again, adding: “There’s no point in making excuses about it. It was two days after I finished shooting the last movie.

“Instead of saying something with style and grace, I gave a really stupid answer.”

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TORONTO, ON - SEPTEMBER 08: Idris Elba at Guess Portrait Studio on Day 4 during the 2013 Toronto International Film Festival at Bell Lightbox on September 8, 2013 in Toronto, Canada. (Photo by Charles Leonio/Getty Images for Guess)